Rockford Middle School
Center for Environmental Studies
84% of our campus is greenspace featuring six diverse outdoor classrooms.
Instruction Grounded in Nature
Teaching methods and content that draw inspiration from, relate directly to, or utilize elements and processes found in the natural world.
Mutually Symbiotic Partnerships
/ˈmyo͞oCH(o͞o)wəˌlizəm/
symbiosis that is beneficial to both organisms involved.
Class offerings develop essential middle school readiness skills and high school transition prep for students gain confidence and direction at each stage.
Art Class Rooted in Nature
RMS-CES Art students explore the natural world incorporating traditional and contemporary techniques and practices.
Personalized Learning Opportunity
Purposeful teach and learning that recognizes and celebrates individual students.
Our efforts in the health office are intentionally promoting student wellness beyond just physical health through proactive and responsive care.
Targeted Academic Support
We’re increasing direct support in reading and math for students who need it most by delivering meaningful, data-driven intervention earlier and more consistently.
Provides support with behavior, social-emotional learning, and problem-solving, while working closely with teachers, families, and administrators.